Andy Weir Apologizes After 'Star Trek' Comment Backlash
Gizmodo • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Author Andy Weir apologized to Star Trek producer Alex Kurtzman after calling much of Kurtzman’s recent Trek work “shit” during a podcast interview, saying his comments were taken out of context and meant to be humorous.
- Weir clarified that he enjoys some current Star Trek shows like Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks, and expressed respect for Kurtzman as a person despite his criticism of the franchise’s direction.
- The controversy arose after Weir revealed that Paramount rejected his pitch for a Star Trek TV series and made blunt remarks about the franchise’s modern output during the Critical Drinker podcast.
- Weir acknowledged his bluntness and apologized for any perceived disrespect, offering to discuss his comments privately with Kurtzman and noting he will soon return to writing novels away from the spotlight.
- The incident highlights the sensitivity around Star Trek’s creative direction and the impact of public comments by creators involved or interested in the franchise.
